Vance-Granville Community College is offering a pair of new training courses that introduce area residents to the hospitality and tourism industry. The one-day Guest Service Gold® course is set to be held on Thursday, Nov. 2, from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. in room 7136 of Building 7 on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. Then, the Hospitality START program will be offered Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., Nov. 3 through Dec. 17, at the …
Tuesday Open Line
With the national median age being 37 years, a bare majority of the country’s population can remember life in what might strike young people as a bleak, dark and difficult age. Practically unimaginable today, there was a time when the ubiquitous cell phone didn’t exist. In 1969, Amtrak offered a version of cellular technology, using payphones on its Metroliners, but that was about it for years to come. The first modern cell phone was introduced on this date in 1983 …
Warren County Farm Tour October 17th, 2015
Register now for this great event while space is still available. For a price of only $5, you will get to tour four innovative Warren County farms, from large to tiny, representing a wide range of enterprises. The day begins at 8 am at the Warren County Extension Center, 158 Rafters Lane in Warrenton. Transportation is provided as we visit the various farms, ending with a delicious boxed lunch. For more details, visit go.ncsu.edu/wcfarmtour. You can register at this link, and …
Driver’s Education Program Applications Available
Classes in the Driver’s Education Program in Vance County Schools will begin again soon. Students in grades 9-12, who have not had training in Driver’s Education, may pick up applications for the classes beginning Monday, October 12, in the main offices at Northern Vance and Southern Vance high schools. All high school students living in Vance County are eligible to enroll in the classes. Completed applications should be returned to the offices of the high schools along with a $45 …
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers: Veterans Job Fair Tuesday!
Recruit-A-Vet Employment Fair This Week! Weekly Update: On Tuesday my office will host our fourth annual “Recruit-A-Vet Employment Fair” for veterans, military service members and their families. The event will be held at Fayetteville Technical Community College Student Center, 2201 Hull Road, Fayetteville, NC from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Verizon, Patterson UTI Drilling, City of Fayetteville, Roadmaster Driving School, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, and Kohler Furniture are just a few of the many local and global employers that …
Senator Richard Burr: VOTE NOW on Obama’s trade deal
This week, President Obama announced that negotiators have reached a deal on the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a trade agreement between 12 countries, including the United States. While I believe that trade can open markets for American goods and services to be sold all over the world, the TPP is a bad deal for America. The Obama administration is rigging the system to pick winners and losers in favor of industries that he and his allies support. I cannot support a deal …
What You Will Find at the Market This Week
Fresh Fall Produce, Pumpkins, Mums and lots more awaits you this week at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market! APPLES BEANS – STRING & GREEN CAKES CABBAGE COLLARDS CUCUMBERS EGGPLANT GOURDS MIXED GREENS OKRA ONIONS PEAS PEPPERS (BELL & HOT) POTATOES – RED, WHITE, & SWEET PUMPKINS SQUASH – YELLOW & BUTTERNUT SUGAR BEETS TOMATOES – RED & GREEN ZUCCHINI In addition to our succulent produce you will also find: BAKED GOODS – Pies, Rolls, Sweet Breads, Small Cakes, Apple Fritters, …
Louisburg College Alumni Association Presents Annual Awards
LOUISBURG, N.C.— Several alumni and members of the Louisburg College community were recognized Saturday, Oct. 3 with annual awards from the Alumni Association during Homecoming festivities: Henry Douglass “Doug” Lindsay III ‘66 Young Alumnus Service Award (presented to Brittany Hunt ‘10)–This special presidential service award honors an alum who has graduated within the past twenty years and demonstrated extraordinary service to Louisburg College through the commitment of time and effort on its behalf. Hunt is Institutional Effectiveness Director at the …
VGCC Advanced Manufacturing Day brings together students, industry
Vance-Granville Community College held an “Advanced Manufacturing Day” event on Friday, Oct. 2, in the Civic Center on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. At least 350 middle and high school students from Franklin, Vance and Warren counties, along with other members of the community, attended. They learned about how manufacturing has changed, local career possibilities in the field and options for education and training. The event was one of many Manufacturing Day celebrations held across the country that …
Vance County Schools’ Principal of the Year
Heddie Somerville, the principal at Pinkston Street Elementary School for the past four years, has been selected as the 2015-2016 Vance County Schools’ Principal of the Year. She was chosen for the honor after interviews were conducted by a special selection committee. Mrs. Somerville is receiving the prestigious award after leading Pinkston Street Elementary to success in the 2014-2015 school year that saw students have some of the highest growth in reading and mathematics in the school district. The school …
White House: September in Review
September in Review: U.S. and China Team Up on Climate, President Obama Visits Alaska, Administration Emphasizes Implementation in Lead-Up to Paris U.S.-China Joint Presidential Statement on Climate Change On September 25, President Obama and China’s President Xi Jinping released the U.S.-China Joint Presidential Statement on Climate Change, which lays out actions by both countries to implement the ambitious post-2020 climate targets they set last November in Beijing. The joint statement in November marked a new era of multilateral climate diplomacy, as …
Monday Open Line
The first limited access, divided superhighway in America opened this month 75 years ago — the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The 1940 road ran for 160 miles, and featured seven tunnels, 10 service plazas, and 11 interchanges. Now part of the Interstate Highway System, the turnpike has been improved and extended, and at 514 miles, is more than triple its original length. A passenger vehicle traveling the entire 360 miles of the main line today pays $39.90 in cash upon exit. Pennsylvania …
Vance County Board of Education Meeting Monday October 12th, 2015
Vance County Board of Education meeting at October 12, 2015 7:00 p.m. in the Administrative Services Center A G E N D A I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence * III. Approval of Minutes * IV. Approval of Meeting Agenda V. Recognitions/Announcements A. Western Vance High School State Recognition B. Public School Foundation Presentations VI. Comments from the Public (Citizens who would like to address the Board may do so by completing Form BDDH-E, Public Participation at Board Meetings. This …
The Wall That Heals Arrives in Downtown Henderson October 14th, 2015
Wednesday, October 14th, 2015 at 11am the Wall That Heals will begin its escort from Love’s Truck Stop in South Hill Virginia. It will Arrive in downtown Henderson, NC later that day and setup near the American Legion lot on South Garnett Street. The exhibit will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 24/7. Sunday October 18th 9am will be the closing ceremony. For more information contact Andy Roberson at 252-432-2432 Download the flyer here: 2015 The_Wall_That_Heals.pdf
Vance County Water Committee Meeting October 26th, 2015
Please note that Vance County’s Water Planning Committee (Garrison, Brummitt, Taylor) is scheduled to meet Monday, October 26 at 3:00 p.m. in the administrative conference room. The purpose is to discuss water project matters. All commissioners are invited to attend.
Friday / Weekend Open Lines
Friday, October 9th. On this date in 1873, a sturdy and somber-looking building opened its doors to admit 17 long-term residents. Then it promptly closed and locked those doors. With the opening of the Indiana Reformatory Institution for Women and Girls in Indianapolis, the country had its first maximum-security penitentiary built for and managed by women. Formerly, female convicts were imprisoned in male facilities where they suffered abuse from male guards and inmates. The reformatory remains locked for business to …
VGCC Small Business Summit & Expo – October 20th, 2015
The upcoming 4th Annual Small Business Summit & Expo presented by CenturyLink will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 beginning at 11:30 AM at the Warren County Armory Civic Center. This year’s theme is Weaving The Fabric of a Thriving Economy. The event is free to the first 50 who register. Includes your lunch! If you are interested in attending, please register for this event here: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=530350063. Once registered, please kindly respond to this email as to the 3 …
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Oct. 8 on North Carolina Weekend, take to the colorful skies at the Carolina Balloonfest in Statesville. Be amazed at the details of Meredith’s Miniatures at the High Point Museum in High Point. Discover the simple pleasures at Nomad Farms in Tobaccoville. Take a walk on the wild side at Sylvan Heights Bird Park in Scotland Neck. And the “House Special” samples the fare at Magnolia 23 in Asheboro. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) …
Louisburg College Welcomes Five New Members to Board of Trustees
LOUISBURG, N.C.— Five new members have joined the Louisburg College Board of Trustees, effective September 2015. The new members include: Sen. Chad Barefoot–Representing the 18th District, which includes Wake and Franklin Counties, Barefoot is one of the youngest members of the North Carolina Senate. In his second term, he serves as co-chairman of the Senate Education Appropriations Committee and the Workforce and Economic Development Committee. He is also a member of several other committees. Prior to his service in the …
N.C. Forest Service offers advice to landowners interested in treating ash trees for emerald ash borers
RALEIGH – In two years, the emerald ash borer has become a notorious pest in North Carolina. From its first appearance in the state in 2013, it has already left a trail of dead ash trees in its wake, and it continues to spread, prompting a statewide quarantine in September. But, there are options for homeowners and landowners or land managers interested in protecting individual trees. “Treatment options are available, but because of the cost and accessibility of trees in …